William E. Watson

This Draft Ten Year Transportation Improvement Plan for the State of New Hampshire, covering 2027-2036, outlines strategic priorities for transportation infrastructure. Developed by the New Hampshire Department of Transportation and the Governor's Advisory Commission on Intermodal Transportation, the plan focuses on fiscally constrained investment. Key areas include maintenance and preservation of existing road and bridge networks, continued investment in core system and mandated programs (e.g., paving, bridges, safety, culverts), and supporting locally managed projects. It addresses challenges from rising costs and flat revenues, leading to project prioritization, modifications, and some project delays or removals.

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) is submitting a grant application for the 'Next Level NH' program, a three-phase initiative seeking $15 million to significantly expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the state. This strategic program aims to deploy 199 charging ports at 34 sites, prioritizing rural and disadvantaged communities to enhance EV travel and tourism, and address critical infrastructure gaps. Key focus areas include expanding neighborhood and multi-family charging, integrating multi-modal hubs, and supporting multi-purpose workplace and destination charging. The plan also incorporates workforce development through EV technician training and robust community engagement, intending to boost EV adoption, reduce range anxiety, and lower greenhouse gas emissions equitably across New Hampshire.

This document is Amendment 1 to the New Hampshire FY 2025-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). It outlines the financial plan, various federal and state funding sources, and detailed project listings for the specified period. The plan emphasizes a performance-based planning approach, focusing on strategic areas such as Safety, Pavement Condition, Bridge Condition, Reliability/Congestion/Air Quality, and Transit. The document also addresses financial constraint, public involvement, and updates on previous STIP findings.

This document outlines the Federal Aid Transportation Funding Program for New Hampshire, detailing how federal funds are allocated and utilized for transportation projects. It describes the legislative framework, various funding categories, matching requirements, and the project selection process via the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and the Ten-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. The program aims to ensure effective management and expenditure of federal resources for highway and transit infrastructure development across the state.

The New Hampshire Long Range Transportation Plan outlines a 20-year strategic direction for the state's transportation system. It aims to actively preserve New Hampshire's unique character and quality of life, enhance environmental quality, and promote sustainable economic development and land use. The plan focuses on four strategic outcomes: unifying transportation planning with broader state goals, integrating decision-making across all transportation modes, increasing investment in infrastructure preservation, travel demand management, and travel choices, and establishing collaborative partnerships. Key priorities include safety, equitable mobility options, and connecting the state to its neighbors and global markets.